FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
See below for some of the most asked questions that ISN Maskwa receives.
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Who owns ISN Maskwa?
ISN Maskwa is owned by the Missanabie Cree First Nation and is operated in partnership with Investigative Solutions Network Inc. ISN Maskwa is a majority Indigenous-owned corporation that began operations in Ontario in 2020.
How can I take the training that ISN Maskwa offers?
Keep an eye on our ‘Courses’ page or social media for all training opportunities!We do our best to fit as many training sessions into the year while managing ongoing emergency responses and deployments. Waitlists are live documents created to monitor all who have registered thus far, awaiting the opportunity to expand their knowledge and skills.
What type of training does ISN Maskwa offer?
Through ISN Maskwa, two training courses are available to Indigenous individuals from across the province of Ontario. These courses are interactive, informative, and catered to the experiences of the Indigenous communities within Canada.
- Community Support Personnel/Evacuation Support Specialist Security Training
- Ontario Incident Management Specialist Training
What can you expect when you do complete an ISN Maskwa training?
There is the potential to deploy with ISN Maskwa to different evacuation host sites as a Community Support Personnel or in a position on an Incident Command team, depending on the training completed. The training is also beneficial to other lines of employment and can be utilized to enhance a resume.
What is the IEOC?
Canada’s first Indigenous Emergency Operations Centre (IEOC) is operated by Missanabie Cree First Nations – ISN Maskwa. The IEOC provides Indigenous communities with 24/7 response to emergency situations from April 1st through to September 30th. The IEOC works in partnership with the community and funding partners to provide an Indigenous-led response. Contacting the IEOC Duty Officer connects the community directly to First Nation-Led decision makers in times of emergency.
How does a community member engage ISN Maskwa to see if the services provided by Maskwa can assist their community?
Engagement is initiated by Chief and Council or contact is made from ISN Maskwa to community leaders through various means of communication and networks.
What does ISN Maskwa do for First Nation Engagement?
ISN Maskwa has a diverse team with knowledge and expertise regarding many challenges faced by First Nations at all levels. Primary engagement with Chief and Council and communities determines what the community needs are, whether it’s a response to emergency crisis, or a community safety and wellbeing plan. Respectful engagement guides ISN Maskwa in a culturally sound and appropriate manner.
